CONSTITUTION AND REFORM EDUCATION CONSORTIUM (CRECO Kenya)

CALL FOR VISUAL ILLUSTRATIONS ON INFORMATION DISORDERS

1.1 Background and Rationale

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and the pervasive influence of digital platforms, the intersection of democracy, technology, and information has become a critical area of exploration. The rise of digital democracy has transformed how citizens engage with governance, participate in public discourse and hold leaders accountable. However, this digital revolution has also brought with it significant challenges particularly the spread of mis/disinformation and fake news, which threaten the integrity of democratic processes and societal cohesion.

Artists are now actively leveraging art's persuasive nature to create narratives that promote media literacy and encourage critical thinking necessary to combat information disorders.

To amplify the online advocacy on combating mis/disinformation, CRECO Kenya has initiated inter-college/university students’ competition on generating original visual illustrations on information disorders. This competition will give an opportunity to the students to develop creative pieces revolving around mis/disinformation, emerging digital technologies and cross-cutting constitutional and social issues around Kenya's dynamic civic space. The competition will focus on four key thematic areas; the economy of mis/disinformation, Technology and regulatory gaps, Electoral Mis/disinformation in the digital age and rights and safety of the digital space.

1.2 Thematic Areas

1.2.1.  The economy of mis/disinformation

Explore the funders, creators, platforms, consumers and spreaders: Identifying the who pays, who plays?

1.2.2. Technology and regulatory gaps

1. Understand the role of tools like Artificial Intelligence in the creation and dissemination of false content.
2. The need for regulations in governing the digital space.

• The choices of platforms available to online users.

1.2.3. Electoral Mis/disinformation in the digital age

Visualize how mis/disinformation can affect elections and how it can be used by politicians to sway voters.

1.2.4.  Rights and safety of the digital space.

Kenya's situation on digital rights regulation and freedom of expression.

1.3 Eligibility

• Submissions only from university/college students in Kenya.
• The visual illustration must be the original creation of the student.
• The artwork must not violate any existing third-party copyrights. Any use of trademarked logos, images, that are not the student's original work will result to disqualification.
• While digital tools are permitted, the artwork must not be a direct product of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) art programs. Digital artwork must be the result of the student's original concept, design and execution using software tools (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate).etc
• Artwork must adhere to national values and must not contain:Hate speech, ethnic incitement political endorsements e.g., specific party symbols or slogans.

1.4 Evaluation Criteria

The artwork will be evaluated by an independent assessment panel based on the following criteria:

Innovation: Creativity in addressing the topic.

Relevance: Alignment with the selected theme.

Originality:  Authentic in thinking and development

Clarity: Quality of the artwork.( visual and interpretative clarity)

1.5 Awards

The top 10 best illustrations will be awarded during Media - CSO- Academic strategy conference with a graphic tablet and their art printed and displayed during the event. Also, the best 20 illustrations will be used to create an e-doodle book which will be shared through CRECO Kenya networks and during national and international events.

1.6 Terms of Use 

CRECO Kenya shall be granted the right to use, display and distribute the submitted artwork in any manner it deems fit, for example, for educational and advocacy purposes, without requiring further consent or monitoring by the original owner of the art. However, CRECO Kenya is obligated to provide attribution and credit to the artist for the original work whenever the artwork is used.

1.7 Submission Guidelines

Accepted mediums: Cartoons/ Digital drawings / hand drawings/ Graphical Illustration/ Paintings

Format: Submissions should be in  High-resolution JPEG or PNG file.(must be submitted as a high-quality digital scan)

Deadline: All submissions must be received by 20^th November 2025.

Submission Portal: the artwork should be submitted through the online portal at crecokenya.org

Minimum Resolution: 300 dpi

Maximum Size: A4